https://www.floridarealtors.org/ Florida Realtors®, formerly known as the Florida Association of Realtors®, serves as The Voice for Real Estate® in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 115,000 members in 67 boards/associations. en https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/test-copy-xxxx-0 Tue, 8 Sep 26 15:09:01 +0500 admin-drupal https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/test-copy-xxxx-0 https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/manufacturing-growth-could-shape-housing-demand Florida’s 427,800 manufacturing jobs are concentrated in several major metro areas and pay an average of more than $86,000 annually. Tracking that workforce can help Realtors identify housing demand and better serve buyers working in the industry. Tue, 8 Sep 26 10:09:28 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/manufacturing-growth-could-shape-housing-demand https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/florida-home-auto-premiums-drop-nearly-3-billion In 2025, homeowners' rate increases slowed to less than 1% and auto rates fell 4.1%, while litigation and claim-handling costs also declined, according to a new report commissioned by American Property Casualty Insurance Association. Tue, 8 Sep 26 10:09:09 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/florida-home-auto-premiums-drop-nearly-3-billion https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/real-estate-success-starts-daily-discipline Agents can use technology to attract customers while relying on preparation, personal contact, property knowledge and impartial negotiation to earn trust, one broker said. Tue, 8 Sep 26 10:09:47 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/real-estate-success-starts-daily-discipline https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/small-creative-shifts-can-help-build-wealth Innovation expert Josh Linkner says long-term wealth can come from questioning old routines, embracing unusual ideas and learning from setbacks. Fri, 4 Sep 26 11:09:05 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/small-creative-shifts-can-help-build-wealth https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/florida-builders-file-6127-home-permits-july Residential construction represented nearly $2.2 billion in July, even as permit volume declined 18% from June. Tampa’s leading builders posted the highest combined regional activity. Fri, 4 Sep 26 11:09:08 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/florida-builders-file-6127-home-permits-july https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/customer-loyalty-offers-key-business-metric Tracking repeat customers, business sources and community reputation can help agents evaluate long-term stability beyond production numbers. Fri, 4 Sep 26 11:09:41 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/customer-loyalty-offers-key-business-metric https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/building-wealth-requires-plan-earnings During the Wealth Building Summit at the 2026 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo, CPA Greg Antipoff outlined ways agents can use earnings and explore tax advantages as part of a long-term wealth plan. Thu, 3 Sep 26 13:09:33 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/building-wealth-requires-plan-earnings https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/average-rate-30-year-mortgage-climbs-highest-13-months Higher borrowing costs are limiting buyers’ purchasing power and contributing to sluggish home sales. The average 15-year rate also rose to 6.04%. Thu, 3 Sep 26 13:09:41 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/average-rate-30-year-mortgage-climbs-highest-13-months https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/fed-governor-ties-rate-decision-inflation-report Fed Gov. Christopher Waller said higher-than-expected August inflation could lead him to support a rate hike during the Federal Reserve meeting Sept. 15-16, potentially pushing mortgage rates higher. The August inflation data comes out Sept. 11.   Thu, 3 Sep 26 13:09:23 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/fed-governor-ties-rate-decision-inflation-report https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/florida-cities-sweep-top-retirement-spots Four Florida cities landed in the national top 10 for retirees, while seven made the top 25, according to WalletHub’s 2026 analysis. Wed, 2 Sep 26 11:09:39 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/florida-cities-sweep-top-retirement-spots https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/homebuilders-turn-cautious-second-half-outlook Most executives expect a flat second half as rising construction costs and cautious speculative building shape the new-home outlook. Wed, 2 Sep 26 11:09:51 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/homebuilders-turn-cautious-second-half-outlook https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/simple-habits-keep-referrals-coming NAR data shows repeat business and referrals from past customers generate far more sales volume than other sources. Broker-owner Eric Bramlett said in HousingWire that consistent personal outreach helps turn those relationships into a business that grows over time. Wed, 2 Sep 26 11:09:47 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/simple-habits-keep-referrals-coming https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/realtors-who-invest-turning-property-knowledge-lasting-income Investors at Florida Realtors’ Wealth Building Summit said cash flow, backup plans and active oversight can help real estate professionals create lasting income. Tue, 1 Sep 26 11:09:23 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/09/realtors-who-invest-turning-property-knowledge-lasting-income